Iga Swiatek's chances of qualifying for the WTA Finals have taken a hit following her unexpected loss in the semifinals at the Wuhan Open. With the competition tightening, she is now competing at the Ningbo Open, one of her final opportunities to secure a spot in the year-end event. The WTA Finals will be held in Indian Wells, California, from November 8 to 13.
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Elena Rybakina is another key player at the Ningbo Open, seeking to defend her title while also eyeing her goals for the remainder of the season. Of the eight spots for the WTA Finals, seven have been filled, leaving only three players in contention for the final position: Karolina Muchova, Iga Swiatek, and Marta Kostyuk. Muchova currently leads the race with 4,735 points.
In addition to Swiatek's challenges, several players have withdrawn from the Ningbo Open as they prepare for the season's final stretch. The draw for the tournament has been released, further intensifying the competition among the remaining contenders.